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Under UK law, anxiety can qualify as a disability if it is substantial, long-lasting or likely to last at least 12 months and significantly affects daily activities, including working life. Occasional stress or anxiety is unlikely to meet this criterion;...
Pregnancy and maternity discrimination in the workplace occurs when an employee or job applicant is treated unfairly or disadvantaged due to pregnancy, childbirth, maternity leave, or breastfeeding. Under UK law, this type of discrimination is unlawful...
During my work experience at Stephensons, I spent two days with the marketing department, gaining valuable insight into the field and its daily operations. From the start, Sarah and the team were welcoming and made me feel like a valued member. After a...
Cosmetic treatments like Botox have become very popular in recent years. Many people see them as a quick and easy way to boost confidence. Botox is now widely available and often marketed as a quick, affordable way to look younger. With this rise in...
International Assistance Dog Week is celebrated annually. This year, it was took place 3-9th August. We understand the importance of day-to-day assistance that animals can provide to individuals living with disabilities. Recently, it has been...
At Stephensons, we are always proud to welcome enthusiastic students for work experience placements. Recently, two students joined us from Westhoughton High School for a short but insightful time within our clinical negligence team, along with the...
Understanding section 8 and section 21 notices for landlords – common questions answered. What is the difference between section 8 and section 21 notices in the UK? A section 8 notice is used by landlords in England and Wales to regain possession...
A full repairing and insuring (FRI) lease places the full responsibility of repairs, maintenance and insurance costs onto the tenant. This includes external and internal repairs, upkeep of the premises, structural repairs and comprehensive building...
At some stage, most businesses will encounter problems with late or non-payment of debts. Despite exhausted in-house credit control systems, sometimes debts can remain outstanding, and managing debts owed to your business can often be a time-consuming task....
The UK government is preparing to roll out a significant overhaul of road safety laws, a move that has sparked both support and scrutiny across the transport and legal sectors. Among the proposed changes are mandatory eyesight tests for older...
The forthcoming Renters’ Rights Bill marks a significant shift in the regulation of the private rented sector in England, with a particular focus on improving housing quality through the introduction of the Decent Homes Standard (DHS) for private...
The UK’s rental market is on the brink of major change. The long-awaited Renters (Reform) Bill, which promises to overhaul the private rental sector in England, is finally nearing its final stages in Parliament. Here’s everything renters,...
Are you thinking about buying a property at auction? On the fall of the auctioneers hammer a buyer will then be under a legal obligation to buy the property 'warts and all'. A completion date is fixed at the auction and a buyer has to comply with...
The increase in domestic abuse rates across England and Wales in conjunction with an emerging understanding of more subtle forms of abuse such as coercive control has created a demand for legislative change. This demand has been met by the introduction of...
While it is common knowledge that it is a legal requirement for most vehicles on UK roads to have an ongoing valid MOT certificate, there is a growing and dangerous trend emerging at unscrupulous testing sites. Concerningly, fake MOT certificates are being...
Disputes between neighbours can arise from benign issues, the most common involving trees. Whether it is overhanging branches blocking sunlight, leaves clogging up gutters or roots creeping across property lines, trees have a way of blurring boundaries...
